Company Overview

Polymer Engineering Pilot Center (PEPC). PEPC provides advanced research and testing technologies for product and process development, continuing to leverage Firestone's rich industry heritage to provide outstanding product quality and develop polymers for next-generation applications. The plant is located on a 35-acre site and produces MT quantities of baled products for testing. Our polymer engineering facilities in Akron work closely with Bridgestone's global facilities to develop the latest in tire polymer technologies. We are a part of the Akron Complex and participate in all Akron-based community activities.

Business Unit

BSA - Product Development

Production & Skilled Trades

Compensation: $40.26 per hour

Repair & Maintenance Electrical work focuses on repairing, constructing, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment. Responsibilities will also include continuous improvement activities.

Location: Akron, OH

​​Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits available from the first day of employment
12 paid holidays per year
1 week of vacation after 6 months of employment
2 weeks of vacation after 12 months of employment
401K Age Plus Service contributions from the company

Work Schedule:

Day shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Overtime opportunities available

- Operate, service, and maintain new and existing electric light and single/3-phase power distribution circuits in class I Div I & II areas according to NFPA 70, 70E, &70B.
- Measure, cut, bend, and assemble conduit and wire, pull wire through conduit, drill holes for holding bolts, repair or replace defective elements.
- Dismantle mechanism as necessary to gain access to and remove defective parts and make any authorized changes in circuits, components or coordinated devices for purposes of efficiency and quality of product using specialized tools as necessary.
- Cut, bend, assemble connect, tighten, solder, adjust and otherwise repair defective parts and elements or obtain replacements from stores as required and reassemble mechanism, properly adjusting to assure optimum performance.
- Transport necessary equipment and materials to job site, clean up job site, return unused materials to storage and dispose of refuse.
- Make oral or written reports as requested by supervision concerning inspections, adjustments and repairs. 
- Interpret and mark up pipping and instruments drawings/electrical one-line diagrams.
- Perform or assist duties of storeroom attendant as directed by supervision. 
- Perform simpler duties of or assist other classifications to expedite completion of assigned job and perform other typical duties consistent with the job factors as required or that may be requested by supervision.
- Must attend classes when provided by the company for the improvement of above services or to increase employee's knowledge of a specific machine, machine part or service equipment.
- Observe all applicable safety rules to avoid accidents, exercise care when operating power trucks, and wear protective personal equipment when required.

Qualifications:
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older 
- Electrician Journeyman’s card preferred, or minimum 8 years electrician experience
- Ability to function effectively in a team environment and work independently
- Maintain a clean and organized working environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Wear required personal protective equipment including but not limited to flame-retardant clothing, hardhat, safety shoes, safety glasses, and occasionally a respirator.
- Work at heights, climb stairs and ladder
- Adhere to facilities Safe Work Practices including but not limited to Lock Out Tag Out, line breaking, hot work, and confined space
- Must have a valid driver’s license 

Required Physical Activities and Working Conditions: 
Standing, walking, lifting and carrying 50 lbs. without assistance, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching and stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, use of hands and feet, fine motor manipulation. Climb a straight ladder. May be exposed to noise, vibration, odors, and dust. Work may be done indoors and outdoors. Some work is confining, greasy, dirty and performed in high and low temperatures and mechanical hazards. Job requires normal vision, walking speed, and depth perception.

Typically requires a high school degree; or 1-2 year vocational training / associates degree

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.